The Gashghai or Qashqai are Turkish-speaking nomadic tribes who primarily live in the province of Fars, especially around the city of Shiraz in southwestern Iran. In addition to carpets, they also produce a variety of flatweaves made using the typical slit-tapestry technique. This means that slits in the kilim are part of the manufacturing process, especially at color changes. This technique dictates the structure of the motifs, which are predominantly geometric – typical kilim patterns. The nomads do not adhere to a predefined pattern or template. They weave from memory and according to personal taste. The result is a wide variety of patterns and colors that are based solely on the individual taste and tradition of the weavers. An advantage of the slit-kilim technique is that these flatweaves are usable on both sides.
Siblings Vida and Amin combine their passion for craftsmanship and contemporary design to curate unique, handmade carpets. The pieces are knotted and woven by talented weavers, some of whom still live as nomads and use traditional handcrafting techniques on wooden looms. Their knowledge, experience, and individual style are incorporated into every piece. Each rug is made from natural vintage materials and yarn, authentic, timeless, and telling its own unique story. At COCOLI, you will find handmade, one-of-a-kind pieces from Rugtales—designed with attention to detail and created to enrich any space.
A handcrafted unique piece – designed and made by experienced weavers who combine centuries-old tradition with personal style. Made from sustainable, natural materials.
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